European Committee of the Regions

Congratulations to @ekrem_imamoglu, 2025 Mayor Paweł Adamowicz Award laureate, honouring his courage in defending local democracy under pressure. Thanks to Acting Istanbul Mayor @nuriaslan_tr for accepting it. #AdamowiczAward

🌊Today is #WorldWaterDay. From droughts to floods, regions and cities are the ones who manage the consequences of water crises. 🔗 Learn more about the most pressing challenges: link.europa.eu/QW6KKb @CoR_President @JuanMa_Moreno

10 years since the Brussels terrorist attacks. We remember the victims, stand with their families, and reaffirm our commitment to resilient, united communities. Brussels stands strong. Europe stands together. #StrongerTogether

For cities and regions, anti racism is not a slogan. It means safety and trust, equality of opportunity, and the principle that dignity is never conditional. – Pär Löfstrand Om 24 April, we'll address the 2026–2030 EU Anti-Racism Strategy: cor.europa.eu/en/plenaries-e…. #AntiRacism

We need your expert view on Water to: 💧 restore and protect the water cycle 🔄 build a water-smart economy and 🫧 ensure access to clean and affordable water for all Express your interest to join by 17 April 2026: link.europa.eu/d9B76w #WaterWiseEU

1 year ago, Mayor @imamoglu_int, democratically elected Mayor of Istanbul was arrested and removed from office. His arrest is an attack on local democracy. What does his fight mean today ? @nuriaslan_tr shares the positive impacts on Istanbul and his hopes for the future.

The drone strikes that hit a British base in Cyprus at the beginning of March have raised concerns. Watch the statement of our member Eleni Loucaidou, member of the Municipal Council of Nicosia, on the current situation: 👇

Save the date for #EuroPCom 2026 ⤵️ The programme will be structured around: Connecting people Connecting places Connecting times 📅 Dates: 9-10 June 2026 📍 Brussels & online Learn more here: cor.europa.eu/en/plenaries-e….

Climate action works when it connects people to the places they live in – and invites them to be part of the solution💡 From life‑sized puppets to planting trees, the #EUClimatePact community turns awareness into action through collaboration. Read more⤵️ climate-pact.europa.eu/get-inspired/m…

Happy St Patrick’s Day! 🇮🇪 Ireland embodies openness, creativity & the vital role of regions in a connected Europe. When I visited, I was deeply inspired by its transformative projects, and now we are looking forward to the Irish presidency to bring this spirit to the whole of 🇪🇺

Today, the future #EUbudget is on the agenda of the #GAC. But @sarirautio – our MFF rapporteur – reminds us: this is about much more than a budget. It is about Europe’s future – and the role regions play in shaping it. @EPP_CoR

Her accent might give it away… but can you guess the country from these three clues? 🍀 Thank you to CoR member @EmmaBlain for taking part in our series and sharing fun facts on her homeland. Happy Saint Patrick’s Day to everyone celebrating! 🇮🇪

🔹Young entrepreneurs across the Mediterranean: the ARLEM Award is open. Apply before 15 May 2026. To be eligible, you need to be under 36, running a business registered for at least 3 years, and based in one of ARLEM's Mediterranean partner countries. Your sector doesn't matter. What matters is your impact: the jobs you create, the community you serve, the innovation you bring — and the support from local institutions behind your journey. Apply here: ufmsecretariat.org/arlem-award-20…

#OnThisDay in 1994, the European Committee of the Regions held its first constituent meeting. At @EUPublications, we make the publications of this important consultative committee available to all on op.europa.eu. @CoR_President @EU_CoR

True mobility means having choices and ensuring no one is left behind! The opinion about the Single Market Strategy by rapporteur @LoreGalligani was adopted during the last #CoRplenary, stressing the deep connection between single market integration and territorial cohesion.

🧪The chemical industry is a backbone of Europe's security and economy, says rapporteur Frederiek Vermeulen. His opinion on the European Chemicals Industry Action Plan has been adopted at the latest #CoRplenary!

No EU procurement reform can succeed without the input of local authorities. At the last #CoRplenary, we adopted an opinion on the Evaluation of the Public Procurement Directives, with rapporteur @gualtierieurope

Applications will close on 15 May 2026, so don't miss this opportunity! 🔗 Full details and application guidelines are available on our website!

👉 Spotlight inspiring youth entrepreneurship stories across the Mediterranean 👉 Showcase how local and regional authorities strengthen entrepreneurial ecosystems 👉 Highlight the role of young entrepreneurs in shaping resilient local economies and a positive future

You are: ✔ A young entrepreneur aged 35 or under; ✔ Supported by your local or regional authority; ✔ Running a company for at least 3 years; ✔ Headquartered in one of the eligible Mediterranean partner countries Then the ARLEM Award is for you!